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Korea Herald
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
TWS tops Oricon chart, sets sales record
Boy band TWS sat atop Oricon's Weekly Single Ranking with its debut single in the country, according to the chart published Tuesday. Single 'Nice to see you again' notched the top spot selling about 150,000 copies in the first week, a record for an international artist this year. The six-piece act is the first non-Japanese singer to top the chart this year as well. The new single is its second endeavor to top the weekly chart, after its first single in Korea 'Last Bell,' and also hit Daily Single Ranking when it was dropped last week. The band is readying for its first tour in Japan which will begin in Hiroshima on July 11. It will hop around five more cities in the country for 13 shows in total. Youngjae, however, will have to limit his performances as he suffered a toe injury last week.
Pink Villa
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
GOT7's Youngjae voices concern regarding safety of fans walking alone at night, gets labeled 'greenest flag'
The K-pop group GOT7 is renowned for their deep and affectionate bond with their fans, known as Aghases. After more than a decade in the industry, they have cultivated a devoted fanbase that appreciates their engaging interactions. Recently, Youngjae, one of the group's members, showcased his kind and considerate side by expressing concern for the safety of his female fans who commute alone at night. Youngjae's advises women to be careful in public at night GOT7 's Choi Young Jae, better known mononymously as Youngjae, demonstrated his caring nature and commitment to his fans' well-being during a recent live broadcast. As he chatted with his fans, the conversation turned to the topic of women traveling alone at night, prompting Youngjae to share his concerns. He urged his female fans to be cautious when walking alone in the dark, highlighting the importance of their safety in the face of crimes against women that occur everywhere. Youngjae's heartfelt words on female safety resonated deeply with his fans, earning him even more admiration. He emphasized the need for more open discussions on this concerning issue. He further advocated for the creation of safe spaces where women can feel secure and unrestricted. According to Youngjae, women should be able to move about freely without fear, and it's essential to work towards a society where such an ideal situation can be achieved. His genuine remarks on this matter have won the hearts of fans, showcasing his empathetic and caring nature. GOT7 members have built a reputation of being gentlemen, through their treatment of fans and fellow colleagues over the years. Youngjae's remarks earned him the tag of "the greenest flag." Many recalled previous instances when he had expressed worries regarding fans' reaching home safely after some concert or other events. They called him a "REAL man" for addressing real issues. They also expressed their trust in him to always be there to lend his voice for women's rights. It shows the kind of respect and credibility the GOT7 members have earned over the years. Fans hope more such people use their celebrity status to advocate for significant issues.
